Dr. Kari E. Torkelson
- Gender: Female
- Experience: 24 years
- Graduated from: Indiana University - School Of Optometry
- Graduation year: 1997
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1528034022
Dr. Kari E. Torkelson O.D.
Optometrist
She is located at 2900 South Columbia Road in Grand Forks, ND 58201. Can help patients with the following: Astigmatism, Binocular Dysfunction (BVD), Crossed Eyes, Farsightedness, Macular Degeneration, Retinal Imaging. Her National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528034022. Appointment can be made via the phone number (701) 746-6745. She is affiliated with 1 practices.
Conditions treated
Dr. Kari Torkelson, being an optometrist, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Kari E. Torkelson.
- Astigmatism
- Binocular Dysfunction (BVD)
- Blepharitis
- Blindness
- Cataracts
- Color Blindness
- Contact Lens Prescription and Fitting
- Crossed Eyes
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Dry Eyes
- Esotropia
- Exotropia
- Eye Allergy
- Eye Floaters
- Eye Strain
- Eyeglasses Fitting and Prescription
- Farsightedness
- Glaucoma
- Hypertropia
- Lazy Eye
- Macular Degeneration
- Nearsightedness
- Oculomotor Dysfunction
- Pink Eye
- Presbyopia
- Retinal Imaging
- Sty
Procedures Performed by Dr. Kari E. Torkelson
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Kari E. Torkelson as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Network data as of Sep 11, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 14 plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| BlueCare Bronze HSA Eligible $50 PCP Copay ($5 Value Based Drug List) | PPO · Expanded Bronze | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCare Gold $10 PCP Copay ($5 Value Based Drug List) | PPO · Gold | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCare Silver $20 PCP Copay ($5 Value Based Drug List) | PPO · Silver | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BlueDirect Bronze 100 HSA Eligible ($8000 Deductible / $5 Preventive Drug List) | PPO · Expanded Bronze | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BlueDirect Gold 90 HSA Eligible ($2600 Deductible / $5 Preventive Drug List) | PPO · Gold | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BlueDirect Silver 80 HSA Eligible ($3500 Deductible / $5 Preventive Drug List) | PPO · Silver | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssential Catastrophic 100 HSA Eligible $10600 Deductible | PPO · Catastrophic | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BlueValue Bronze HSA Eligible $50 PCP Copay (Standardized plan) | PPO · Expanded Bronze | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BlueValue Gold $30 PCP Copay (Standardized plan) | PPO · Gold | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BlueValue Silver $40 PCP Copay (Standardized plan) | PPO · Silver | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| DakotaBlue Altru Gold ($5 Value Based Drug List) | PPO · Gold | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| DakotaBlue Altru Silver ($5 Value Based Drug List) | PPO · Silver | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| DakotaBlue Trinity Gold ($5 Value Based Drug List) | PPO · Gold | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| DakotaBlue Trinity Silver ($5 Value Based Drug List) | PPO · Silver | In Network | Accepting new patients |
Medica
Network data as of Jul 13, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 18 plans from Medica
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altru Prime by Medica Bronze $0 Copay PCP Visits | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Altru Prime by Medica Bronze Share | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Altru Prime by Medica Expanded Bronze Standard | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Altru Prime by Medica Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Altru Prime by Medica Gold Share | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Altru Prime by Medica Gold Standard | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Altru Prime by Medica Silver $0 Copay PCP Visits | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Altru Prime by Medica Silver Share | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Altru Prime by Medica Silver Standard | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Individual Choice Bronze $0 Copay PCP Visits | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Individual Choice Bronze Share | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Individual Choice Expanded Bronze Standard | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Individual Choice Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Individual Choice Gold Share | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Individual Choice Gold Standard | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Individual Choice Silver $0 Copay PCP Visits | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Individual Choice Silver Share | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Individual Choice Silver Standard | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Sanford Health Plan
Network data as of Jan 31, 2018, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 16 plans from Sanford Health Plan
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford Individual Simplicity $1,750 | PPO · Gold | Simplicity | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual Simplicity $3,500 | PPO · Silver | Simplicity | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual Simplicity $4,750 | PPO · Silver | Simplicity | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual Simplicity $6,500 | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Simplicity | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual Simplicity $7,200 HSA Qualified | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Simplicity | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual Simplicity Standardized $2,000 | PPO · Gold | Simplicity | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual Simplicity Standardized $6,000 | PPO · Silver | Simplicity | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual Simplicity Standardized $7,500 | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Simplicity | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual TRUE $1,750 | HMO · Gold | Shptrue | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual TRUE $3,500 | HMO · Silver | Shptrue | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual TRUE $4,750 | HMO · Silver | Shptrue | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual TRUE $6,500 | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Shptrue | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual TRUE $7,200 HSA Qualified | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Shptrue | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual TRUE Standardized $2,000 | HMO · Gold | Shptrue | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual TRUE Standardized $6,000 | HMO · Silver | Shptrue | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual TRUE Standardized $7,500 | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Shptrue | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Kari E. Torkelson is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Kari E. Torkelson is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Optometry .
Bills through: Lvctr Pllc
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Sep 29, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Johnson \u0026 Johnson | $1328 |
| Ocular Therapeutix | $147 |
| Alcon | $80 |
Other
| Travel and Lodging | $1017 |
| Food and Beverage | $636 |
Studies
INDIANA UNIVERSITY - SCHOOL OF OPTOMETRY
Graduated in 1997
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Questions & Answers
Where can you meet with Dr. Kari Torkelson?
Dr. Kari Torkelson's office is located at 2900 South Columbia Road in Grand Forks, ND 58201.
What conditions does Dr. Kari Torkelson treat?
Dr. Kari Torkelson provides treatment for Astigmatism, Binocular Dysfunction (BVD), Crossed Eyes, Farsightedness, Macular Degeneration, Retinal Imaging. For the full list see this list.
Does Dr. Kari Torkelson accept patients with Medica?
Yes, Dr. Kari Torkelson is listed in-network for Medica through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Does Dr. Kari Torkelson have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Kari Torkelson is affiliated with Lifetime Vision Center.